Marika Hacking is a New York-based editor, director, cinematographer, illustrator, and co-founder of the production company Unarmed Media. With a multidisciplinary approach and a keen visual sensibility, she has built a dynamic career that bridges commercial, narrative, and documentary work. Her editing portfolio includes a broad range of clients—from global agencies like Omnicom to respected institutions such as NPR—showcasing her ability to shape compelling stories across genres and formats.
Driven by a deep passion for storytelling, her work is rooted in empathy and a commitment to authenticity, often revealing the personal and political forces that shape individual lives.
She is currently serving as editor and camera operator on the feature documentary On The Line, a decade-long project following three New York City boxers as they fight for identity, purpose, and success both inside and outside the ring.